Democratic Bureaucracy

This show was so much better than I had anticipated. I caught the first two episodes on a free preview and felt that Julie Louie-Drewfus was excellent as a Vice President that has no purpose other than pomp, truly a bureaucratic pawn. However, I like how the main character is an everyman sort only with power, or at least position to not necessarily affect change so much as it is to achieve notoriety despite the insolence and incompetence of herself and her staff.

I would recommend this to a friend

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TVJunkie

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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

5

Comedy Gold

I'm always on the lookout for new television shows to watch and had constantly heard from friends that VEEP was an outstanding program. It was always on my list of things to find my way too...but after years of it winning Emmy Awards I finally decided to pick up Season 1 and delve into it. Let's just say I picked up the rest of the seasons on my way home from work the next day. It really is a great program with loads of laughs.

I would recommend this to a friend

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LoveTheMovies

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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

5

Great show for anyone who loves political satire!

Posted 5 years ago

LoveTheMovies

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This review is from Veep: The Complete First Season [3 Discs] [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD]

A great new comedy from HBO which I loved though it did not get the deserved following....got lost in the hype around HBO's GIRLS, which is also a good show, but I rate VEEP much higher, at least for my tastes.
If you liked In The Loop, or are a fan of Louis CK, Ricky Gervais or Larry David, all of whom I love, then I think you will really like this show. The performances are top notch, and the jokes fly fast giving it great replay value!!

I would recommend this to a friend

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JayPeeKay

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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

5

The Funniest Show on Television

Posted 3 years ago

JayPeeKay

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This review is from Veep: The Complete First Season [3 Discs] [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD]

After being disappointed by the cancellation of the brilliant New Adventures of Old Christine, Julia Louis-Dreyfus rebounded in a bigger and better (and funnier) way! Even if you are not into "political" shows, you'll love VEEP. The rapid-fire exchanges, the quick-witted comebacks, and the stellar performances by the entire cast make this one of the funniest shows not just on cable, but on television.

I would recommend this to a friend

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nbxfan

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Elite Plus Member

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

4

Entertaining series. Blind buy worth it.

Series is a decent comedy series from HBO. Has a decent storyline and some great characters. However I blind bought this after all the reviews expecting more hilarity than there actually was. I consider myself to be both intelligent and capable of getting witty and intelligent humor. I am not unhappy with the purchase but don't expect there to be lots of laughing either. Looking forward to the second season.

I would recommend this to a friend

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Liono24

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Member

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

4

Great compliment to House of Cards

Posted 4 years ago

Liono24

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This review is from Veep: The Complete First Season [3 Discs] [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD]

The show's great! People say there's too much swearing but I say that that's what makes it so believable. If I was in their position I'd be swearing too. Overall the acting is great, cleaver writing, and very humorous. My only compliant is that I wish there were more special features, but that's a very small compliant.

I would recommend this to a friend

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dpotter18

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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

5

Hilarious

This show is hilarious. Love the acting. Wasn't sure at first as the show is very fast paced. However, once you get used to it you will appreciate how hilarious it is. Possible the worst politician I have ever seen on television it is wonderful to see how the staff covers up the shenanigans of the veep.

I would recommend this to a friend

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MDSI

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Member

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

4

Good Buy!

I had heard that this series was very funny and well-acted. I know that it is Emmy award-winning, so when I was shopping for a birthday gift for a friend, this title looked like a good idea. I purchased DVDs of the first and second seasons at a great discount besides!